HEAL THROUGH MOTION

Motus Rehab Clinic

Experience results sooner than you think

Returning you back to an active lifestyle ASAP is what we do best. We employ the latest in resistance and barbell strength based rehabilitation to counter and solve a broad spectrum of injuries and dysfunction. We also offer post-operative (Post-Op) care.

SIMPLE & FOUNDATIONAL

achieve
lasting resultssooner than
you think

Returning you back to an active lifestyle ASAP is what we do best. We employ the latest in resistance and barbell strength based rehabilitation to counter and solve a broad spectrum of injuries and dysfunction. We also offer post-operative (Post-Op) care.

SIMPLE, FOUNDATIONAL & NO GIMMICKS

We can help you find relief quickly

We use a diversified approach to chiropractic care with a focus on joint and soft tissue mobility. When coupled with strategic exercise, the pairing encourages long lasting results. We treat an array of issues to include: back pain, neck pain, headaches, extremity injuries, sprains/strains and other soft tissue injuries.

If you are a competitive athlete or weekend warrior, we can improve your performance with smart and strategic training, come discover how to prevent injuries and maximize your potential.

Coaching & Performance Training

Olympic Lifting

Powerlifting

Cross-Fit

TRAIN SMART, HARD & WIN

exclusive to Motus members

Highest level of

personalized care in SF

Located in the heart of SOMA district, downtown San Francisco, we are a modern rehabilitation and wellness clinic providing chiropractic care, physical therapy, massage therapy, yoga, acupuncture and performance training via pay as you go, discount packages and memberships.

The only mission that matters is to move you from the pain zone back into an active lifestyle ASAP. The frustration and despair from being benched from the activities we love to do isn’t a hopeless scenario; we understand and can help you with our unique blend of connection, assessment, lifestyle management, nutrition and strength/resistance training to build capacity for activity.

If you are in pain, have a chronic issue or an athlete, we can help you get off the bench, stay in the game and achieve peak performance with reduced risk of re-injury.

how it works

We created an exceptionally unique experience tailored to you

The First Step

We’ll first focus on listening and discussing your concerns and goals. Then an assessment of over 25 indicators will be used to build your personalized plan within the 4 stages of wellness.

Flexibility

Yes, it’s important to overall health, however we are flexible to your needs, living situation and schedule. You can show up at any stage of wellness and experience long term results!

Quick Progress

With each visit, we quantify and improve the plan to achieve your goals quickly to counter acute, chronic and subacute pain and dysfunction.

Results That Matter?

Are you returning back to an active lifestyle, trying to prevent re-injury or just looking to educate yourself? We are here to empower you to live a life rooted in our philosophy which is centered around longevity and performance. No pills here.

The motus method

Flows within the 4 Stages of Wellness

If you are suffering from chronic pain, have an injury or simply can’t live the life you wish to live, it’s not a hopeless scenario. You don’t have to live in pain for the rest of your life, you can return to an active lifestyle and you can achieve peak athletic performance with our help.

Rehabilitation, working through injuries and improving athletic performance requires a systematic approach for maximum results and injury prevention. Progress will be assessed with each visit and tracked to ensure you flow through the 4 stages of wellness.

Progress starts

with measuring and

monitoring key metrics

Acute pain relief

Build body awareness

Start path to wellness

Elimination of pain

Strength and mobility

Slow return to sport

100% return to

Active lifestyle & Sport

+ Preventative Health

Sport/Skill Training

Achieving personal best

Competition

Every patient benefits from the Motus team approach

The Motus Team

The Motus team is a passionate team of doctors and licensed professionals approaching health from a diverse set of disciplines and experiences. The team approach is the surest route to solve health problems faster than any other approach.

Dr. Lindsay Stephens

Founder, DC, CCSP, FMT.

Dr. Stephens is a Military brat and has been in practice in the bay area since 2011, graduating from Palmer West with honors. In 2013, she also received an additional certification in sports, the Certified Chiropractic Sports Physician, CCSP. She has worked her entire career in an interdisciplinary setting both in private clinics and hospitals, most noteably at the Presidents Hospital in Bethesda, Maryland. Assisting in surgerys, out patient procedures and logging hundreds of hours in Orthopedic, Neurology, Pain Management, Radiology and OB/GYN departments. Outside of the clinic, she has also worked many sporting events (Kona, Northface endurance challenge, Sea Otter Classic and numerous marathons) and done field work for Soccer, Rugby, Footie and Football teams alike. When prompted with an unsolicited opportunity and recognizing the need for more integrative care clinics, she was inspired to open Motus Rehab Clinic in August of 2016. She enjoys working with all patients but specializes in working with dancers and has worked with the Alonzo King Lines Ballet from 2013-May of 2018, SF Danceworks and Soulskin Dance since early 2018 and listed as a preferred provider on the Dancer Group website.

Dr. Josh Bader

PT, DPT, CSCS

Dr. Josh Bader, DPT is a Doctor of Physical Therapy as well as Strength and Conditioning Coach. He received his Doctorate in Physical Therapy from the University of California, San Francisco and is also a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist through the National Strength and Conditioning Association. As a San Francisco native, Josh is committed to improving the health and wellness of the San Francisco Bay Area through strength training and education. Josh specializes in sports medicine including ACL rehabilitation and return to sport. He is passionate about empowering his patients to manage and overcome chronic injuries to return to their sports and recreational pursuits! When Josh isn’t coaching clients, you’ll likely find him pursuing his own strength training goals, cycling, cooking, or finding that perfect cup of coffee.

Joanna Solano

Co-Founder, Clinic Manager, CMA

She is a bay area native with 8 + years of medical admin experience. She enjoys spending time with her family and traveling with her friends. She is dedicated to making your experience at Motus a positive and pleasant one.

Salvatore Flores

Certified Massage Therapist and Yoga Teacher

Born in San Francisco and raised in the Bay Area, Salvatore’s bodywork roots back to childhood with his fathers introduction to massage and chiropractic care. At a very young age Sal’s interest in sports was apparent and fueled a passion for baseball which helped him to develop a keen sense of body awareness. After coming to the realization that it was time to take a break from his love of the game, he dove into what would be a decade journey in the diverse educational trainings of Massage and Bodywork. During the process, Salvatore developed an uncanny intuition about the body and healing and is well informed through his own personal experiences. He knew that one style of massage wasn’t a “one size fits all” and that taking the time to learn other modalities would not only enrich his learning experience but it would also guide him to give his clients the best possible care. Having gone through and healed from tremendous health challenges in the past 8 years, which led to four major abdominal surgeries, he knows intimately the work that comes with creating, sustaining, and sometimes regaining a true sense of health, fitness, and wellbeing in the body. His clients consistently praise his capacity to help achieve relief from ailments and body pains that have gone unaddressed for years. For him, bodywork is about getting to the root of what’s causing dis-ease, and sometimes that means having to look more closely at movement patterns and other daily practices. He first studied the traditional practices of Swedish and Deep Tissue. Following that, he dove into the Eastern philosophies of Shiatsu, Acupressure, Thai, and Reki. Wanting more tools, he furthered his education with finding deep passion into what is known as Trauma Somatic Experiencing, Polarity, Myofascial, Cranial Sacral, Trigger Point Therapy, Clinical Deep Tissue, Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization, and Movement Therapy Technique. In addition Salvatore also hase training in Yoga and Personal Training which lends him even more tools in his work with clients.

This vast background of bodywork has allowed Salvatore to help a variety of Athletes on and off the field, including:

Christie

Yoga Instructor

In 2006, Christie attended her first yoga practice in the small town of Yountville, California. Christie has studied with many teachers on her journey in yoga and she continues to meet new teachers - both on and off the mat - who nurture the spiritual and physical growth in her practice and teaching. She loves her students and is grateful to share the practice of yoga with others. Christie has been teaching at Yoga Garden SF for four years, it is where she completed her trainings and is currently leading their Yoga Teacher Training Program for two and a half years now. While also being trained in Yoga Nidra, which is a guided meditation that follows a systematic method for inducing complete physical, mental + emotional relaxation...she also hosts workshops/retreats which are all about breaking down the mechanics/techniques behind more elusive poses like the handstand/arm-balances.

Reviews & Testimonials

“So grateful to Dr. Lindsay Stephens for helping me through all the aches and pains that come with being a professional dancer. Professional, knowledgeable and a great facility in SF!”

Bret ConwayYelp Review

“Their admin manager Joanna was super helpful and accommodating of my scheduling needs as they changed after my surgery. I also had an amazing massage with Sal post surgery which was very therapeutic. Highly recommend this team! I had a wonderful experience with each one of them!”

Lauren H.Yelp Review

“I have been a patient of Motus for over two years and absolutely love them. They are all about helping you get to a point where you don't need to see them anymore!”

Christie P.Yelp Review

“After a pretty serious knee operation, I decided to give Motus a try...The clinic itself is beautiful and full of new equipment. The Physical Therapy and massage that I have received has been fantastic and I have been making great progress. They consistently go above and beyond my expectations.”

Tom L.Yelp Review

“After visiting 3 different clinics in San Francisco, Meg and Lindsay are the best PT/Chiro combo I have found.They were able to get me back out and running again pain free.”

Danielle PoliniYelp Review

“Overall, I cannot recommend Motus strongly enough. If there's a persistent ache/injury/other physical challenge that's been weighing you down, don't give up until you give them a shot!”

Sasha K.Yelp Review

“I am a HUGE fan of Motus. The whole team is extremely professional and kind. They know their stuff inside and out and have delivered results for a number of issues I've had (Achilles, back, knee)... CrossFit can take a toll. I couldn't recommend them highly enough!”

Alex S.Yelp Review

“I have been a ballet dancer for 21 years, have lived in 3 cities and had many chiropractors, massage and physical therapists over the years in different places and I have to say that this group of people at Motus is the best I have experienced. They have a genuine desire to understand what your body is doing, find the root cause and work from there.”

Leyna S.Yelp Review

“I recently suffered a rhomboid strain and was referred to Salvatore, a massage therapist at Motus by my doctor. The massage provided instant relief, and he even took the time to demonstrate some rehabilitation exercises. Convenient location, reasonable prices and seamless reservations -- I am very pleased.”